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Members

FACULTY

Philip Gerard Gasquoine, Ph.D.

Professor

philip.gasquoine@utrgv.edu

GRADUATES

Gabriela Ontiveros, Ph.D.

gabriela.ontiveros@utrgv.edu

Gabriela Ontiveros, Ph.D.

Gabriela Ontiveros, Ph.D.
Department of Psychological Science
Email: gabriela.ontiveros@utrgv.edu

Dr. Gabriela Ontiveros was a member of the inaugural cohort of the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley’s Ph.D. Program in Clinical Psychology, where she distinguished herself as the first candidate to successfully defend a dissertation—establishing an early standard of academic excellence and leadership within the program. She completed a specialized emphasis in neuropsychology, encompassing advanced coursework, clinical practicums, and research initiatives, followed by an APA-accredited predoctoral internship at Ochsner Health in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Dr. Ontiveros brings advanced expertise in the assessment and treatment of cognitive, emotional, and behavioral conditions across diverse English- and Spanish-speaking populations. She integrates clinical practice with academic instruction, equipping trainees to apply evidence-based methodologies in both healthcare and educational settings. Her professional work reflects a sustained commitment to mentorship, high-quality clinical training, and the translation of research into meaningful real-world impact.

Actively engaged in the International Neuropsychological Society, Dr. Ontiveros contributes to the advancement of the field while fostering the development of emerging scholars and practitioners. She is currently completing her two year postdoctoral training in clinical neuropsychology at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Psychology Clinic.

Eros Perez, Ph.D.

Licensed Psychologist

Eros Perez, Ph.D.

Eros Perez, Ph.D.
Licensed Psychologist
Northern Light Health

Dr. Perez is a clinical neuropsychologist who joined the Northern Light Neuropsychology Department in 2021. He specializes in the assessment of adults with suspected or confirmed neuropsychiatric condition (e.g., Alzheimer’s, Lewy body, Parkinson’s diseases, brain injury). He has a specific interest in evaluating candidates for deep brain stimulation surgery.

Dr. Perez grew up in Cuba and moved to the United States (Florida) in 1994. He completed his neuropsychology training at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley where he specialized in the evaluation of adults with neuropsychiatric conditions in English and Spanish. He enjoys Maine’s weather, nature, culture, and cuisine.

Ismael Perez, MSc, U.S. Air Force Captain

Ismael Perez, MSc, U.S. Air Force Captain

Ismael Perez, MSc, U.S. Air Force Captain

Captain Ismael Perez, MS, was part of the inaugural cohort and completed multiple practicums where he conducted extensive neuropsychological assessments. He conducted research on Alzheimer's disease for his dissertation titled, The impact of living situation on hippocampal atrophy, neuropsychiatric symptoms and memory impairment in the conversion to Alzheimer’s disease.

He is currently completing his U.S. Air Force Clinical Psychology Internship at Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center in San Antonio, TX, and is set to complete a neuropsychology fellowship within the Air Force.